Quote by Benjamin Franklin

He was so learned that he could name a horse in nine languages; so ignorant that he bought a cow to ride on.

He was so learned that he could name a horse in nine languag

Summary

This quote highlights the paradoxical nature of intelligence and ignorance. The individual being described is highly knowledgeable and intellectual, as demonstrated by their ability to identify a horse in multiple languages. However, their lack of common sense is evident when they make the foolish decision to purchase a cow for transportation purposes, mistakenly assuming it can be ridden like a horse. Thus, this quote serves to illustrate the idea that expertise in one area does not guarantee wisdom or practical understanding in other aspects of life.

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Ignorance & Stupidity

By Benjamin Franklin

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